Now that we are coming out of the pandemic, clients are starting to return to in-person CBT therapy in Swindon, whereas others continue to prefer speaking to me over Zoom from the comfort of their own home. Many people like this way of working; they are used to having sessions virtually, and it works nicely for them. Others, however, were dying to return to my practice during those lockdowns.
If you are about to reach out for CBT therapy in Swindon, you might be fretting over which way of working suits you better. It’s not an easy decision! You might not know which kind of delivery is more suited to your needs and personality. And so, to help you make a decision that is right for you, we will explore the merits of each format in this blog post.
CBT on Zoom
If this is the first time you’ve sought CBT, or any kind of therapy for that matter, and find it anxiety-inducing to visit a new place, you may be best-served starting off online – from the comfort of your own home. Receiving CBT on Zoom means you can choose a place where you feel safe. If you’re at ease, you’ll consequently be more able to walk through difficult scenarios and express the associated thought patterns. The whole process will feel a lot easier to start off with.
And, of course, it’s also convenient. Online CBT allows for greater flexibility. You don’t have to worry about spending time or money travelling to and from my Swindon practice. If you have a busy schedule, as most people do, CBT on Zoom allows you to avoid the annoyance of missing a session due to unexpected commitments.
CBT From My Swindon Practice
As an experienced CBT therapist in Swindon, I have mainly seen clients on a face-to-face basis, and many prefer this way of working, because they find it easier to make genuine progress in sessions. Being in the same room as me places more emphasis on you to take an active role in sessions and do the important work that successful CBT requires. You will feel more ‘in the moment’, as it were, making it more likely that you’ll get something valuable from each session.
We also have to consider the fact that, for a lot of people, their home life isn’t peaceful, and that visiting my Swindon practice might be the only bit of solace they experience all week. In this sense, going to a dedicated place to receive CBT can serve as an important weekly ritual that keeps a client grounded. They associate my treatment room with a sense of progress, and self-care, so coming back to that physical space each week is rather important for some.
Still not sure about whether you should have CBT in Swindon or online? If so, feel free to give me a call and I’d be happy to answer any questions you have.